Tumal (en. Sleep)
/tuˈmal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of resting or sleeping.
We need to sleep to be ready for the next day.
Kailangan nating tumal upang maging handa sa susunod na araw.
To bring someone into a state of unconsciousness.
He easily falls asleep on a cold night.
Siya ay madaling tumal sa malamig na gabi.
To have a deep sleep.
Maria slept for over eight hours last night.
Si Maria ay tumal ng mahigit sa walong oras kagabi.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'tulog' relating to rest.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sleep well
To sleep quietly and undisturbed.
tumal ng maayos
sleep soundly
To sleep energetically and without interruption.
tumal ng mahimbing
Related Words
sleep
The state of being absent from consciousness usually occurring at night.
tulog
rest
A phase of activity in which the body rests from movement.
pahinga
Slang Meanings
Let's go, let's move!
Let's go so we can join the fun!
Tumal na tayo para makasali sa saya!
Get down, leave.
Get down now, we have no time!
Tumals ka na, wala na tayong oras!
Start, let’s get started.
Let’s start with our plans!
Tumals na tayo sa mga plano natin!